Head of IT Engineering Infrastructure

Job Details:

Job Description:

About Altera:

Accelerating Innovators — Altera provides leadership programmable solutions that are easy to use and deploy, across the cloud to the edge, enabling limitless possibilities for AI. Our broad portfolio includes FPGAs, SoCs, CPLDs, IP, development tools, system-on-modules, SmartNICs and IPUs, offering the flexibility to accelerate innovation. 

Our innovation in programmable logic began in 1983. Since then we’ve delivered the tools and technologies that empower customers to innovate, differentiate, and succeed in their markets. 

Join us on our journey to becoming the world’s #1 FPGA company!

About the Role:

As the Head of IT Engineering Infrastructure, you will be responsible for shaping and executing the strategic vision for Altera’s global engineering infrastructure. This high-impact leadership role bridges IT and engineering, ensuring that infrastructure across labs, data centers, and cloud environments is scalable, secure, and optimized for performance. You will collaborate closely with senior engineering and IT stakeholders to enable innovation, accelerate product development, and support complex testing environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership
  Develop and drive the infrastructure roadmap for engineering labs, HPC environments, and product lifecycle management tools, aligning with business and technical objectives.

• Infrastructure Operations
  Lead the deployment, maintenance, and lifecycle management of compute, storage, and networking systems across global engineering sites.

• Lab IT Governance
  Define and enforce robust lab security policies, including OS patching, software whitelisting, and enclave migration strategies to ensure compliance and resilience.

• Cloud & Colocation Strategy
  Architect and implement the migration strategy for engineering infrastructure to cloud platforms and Altera’s colocation facilities.

• Cross-functional Collaboration
  Partner with engineering, cybersecurity, and application teams to ensure infrastructure solutions meet evolving business and technical requirements.

• Vendor & Partner Management
  Evaluate, negotiate, and manage hosting and infrastructure vendor relationships to ensure cost-effective and high-quality service delivery.

• Project Execution
  Lead infrastructure initiatives such as data center transitions, network modernization, and endpoint support enhancements.

• Performance & Risk Management
  Monitor infrastructure KPIs, proactively identify areas for improvement, and implement risk mitigation strategies to ensure operational excellence.

Salary Range 

The pay range below is for Bay Area California only. Actual salary may vary based on a number of factors including job location, job-related knowledge, skills, experiences, trainings, etc. We also offer incentive opportunities that reward employees based on individual and company performance.

$178,900 - $259,000 USD 

*We use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants for the position.*

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Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

• 15+ years of experience in IT infrastructure, with 5+ years in senior leadership roles.

• Proven success managing global infrastructure operations, including data centers, cloud platforms, and engineering lab environments.

• Strong understanding of engineering workflows and tools (e.g., PLM, DevOps, HPC).

• Expertise in security governance, risk management, and compliance within engineering contexts.

• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional programs and drive strategic initiatives.

• Exceptional communication, stakeholder engagement, and leadership skills.

• Experience managing large-scale enterprise environments.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Background in semiconductor or high-tech manufacturing industries.

• Experience with cloud migration planning, firewall rule alignment, and site cutover execution.

• Proficiency in cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP), virtualization technologies, and container orchestration platforms.

Job Type: Regular

Shift:Shift 1 (United States of America)

Primary Location:San Jose, California, United States

Additional Locations:

Posting Statement:All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.